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Srinagar leh Ladakh fam tour

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Srinagar leh Ladakh fam tour
Srinagar

Kargil

Leh

Nubra

Leh

Tour Overview

Srinagar, the capital city of Jammu & Kashmir is situated at an altitude of 1, 730 m. In the heart of the Kashmir valley, Srinagar spreads out on both sides of the Jhelum River. The valleys beauty has enticed visitors from distant lands. Srinagar bears the hallmark of the Mughal, dry fruits and the traditional Kashmiri handicrafts are the other major attractions of the hill resort. If there is a heaven on earth, its here, its here, its here in Srinagar. Ladakh is a union territory in North India, having snow-capped mountains, beautiful lakes, never-ending landscapes, lush green valleys, diverse wildlife, and much more. Moreover, Ladakh is referred to as Land of High Passes. As the hilly town has elevated passes, it is suitable for adventure sports. Tourists can also opt for a trip to Leh and Ladakh if they wish to try traditional cuisine, know about a different culture, etc.


Tour highlights

  • Shalimar Garden known as ‘Garden of love’ built in 16th century (1619) by Mughal King Jahangir for his beloved wife Noor Jahan or (Mehr-un-Nissa).
  • Nishat Garden known as ‘Garden of pleasure’ built in 16th century (1633) by Mughal King Asif Khan.
  • Jamia Masjid is a mosque in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India.
  • Sonamarg (2740 mts) also known as ‘The Meadow of Gold’ or “The Gateway of Ladakh’ Sonamarg is 87 Kms from Srinagar and is surrounded by colorful mountains and thick Pine forests.
  • Mulbekh, famous for 1st century Statue of Maitrya Buddha, carved out of a huge rock.
  • ALCHI GOMPA: 70 Kms from Leh, on the banks of the Indus, is the Alchi Gompa dating a thousand years back.
  • Shey – it was the ancient capital of Ladakh and even after Singge Namgyal built the more imposing palace at Leh, the kings continued to regard Shey, as their real home.
  • Thiksey –is one of the largest and most impressive Gompas. There are several temples in this Gompa containing images, stupas and exquisite wall paintings.
  • Hemis – which is dedicated to Padmasambhava, what a visitor can observes a series of scenes in which the lamas, robed in gowns of rich, brightly colored brocade and sporting masks sometimes bizarrely hideous, parade in solemn dance and mime around the huge flag pole in the center of the courtyard to the plaintive melody of the Shawn.
  • Shanti Stupa is a Buddhist white-domed stupa on a hilltop in Chanspa, Leh district, Ladakh, in the north Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • Leh Palace is a former royal palace overlooking the Ladakhi Himalayan town of Leh. Modelled on the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet, the palace was built by King Sengge Namgyal in the 17th century then visit Leh Temple & Walk back or Drive to Leh Bazaar.
  • DESKIT VILLAGE: Deskit is the main village of headquarter of Nubra valley, which has a small market consisting of a row of shops and about 500 years old Gompa on the hilltop.
  • DESKIT GOMPA: Deskit Gompa was founded by Lama Sherab Zangpo of Stod in about 1420 AD during the reign of King Dragspa. About 100 monks are residing in the Gompa, which is a branch of Thikse Monastery.
  • HUNDAR VILLAGE: Hundar is a beautiful village to stay with lot of trees and you will really enjoy your stay at Hundar. It has a small monastery and ruined fort above the village.

Itinerary

Day 01: Arrival - Srinagar Airport By (flight)

Arrival in Srinagar airport collect the baggage and then fill the registration form inside the airport building and then move towards outside the building meet our Driver outside the building and load the baggage at vehicle and directly transfer to Hotel at Srinagar. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Srinagar

Day 02: Srinagar local

After breakfast leave for local sightseeing of Srinagar city.
Shankaracharya Temple - It is dedicated to Lord Shiva. The temple dates back to 200 BC, although the present structure probably dates back to the 9th century AD. It was visited by Adi Shankara and has ever since been associated with him; this is how the temple got the name Shankaracharya. It is also regarded as sacred by Buddhists. Persian inscriptions are also found inside the temple. Vehicle will drop the guest at certain point from there guest have to walk & climb 245 Stairs.
Shalimar Garden known as ‘Garden of love’ built in 16th century (1619) by Mughal King Jahangir for his beloved wife Noor Jahan or (Mehr-un-Nissa). The garden is considered the high point of Mughal horticulture. It is now a public park. This time it's also called as crown of Srinagar.
Nishat Garden known as ‘Garden of pleasure’ built in 16th century (1633) by Mughal King Asif Khan. Nishat Bagh is a terraced Mughal garden built on the eastern side of the Dal Lake,. It is the second largest Mughal garden in the Kashmir Valley.
Hazratbal Shrine ("Majestic Place"), is a Muslim shrine in Hazratbal, Srinagar. It contains a relic, the Moi-e-Muqqadas, believed by many Muslims of Kashmir to be a hair of the Islamic prophet, Muhammad PBUH. Kindly note Half Sleeves for women’s and Shorts are not allowed during visit to the mosques.
Jamia Masjid is a mosque in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir, India. Shah hamdan had also stayed some days here to propagate Islam.
Shah-I-Hamdan Sultan Sikander reigned from 1389 to 1413 AD. He had constructed the shrine in memory of Mir Syed Ali Hamdani. These were a Standard flag that the prophet used in his campaigns and also a pole of tent that belonged to him.
Kindly note Half Sleeves for women’s and Shorts are not allowed during visit to the mosques. Heritage walks or Shehr -e- Khas walk in Srinagar walk along the pathways filled with historic charm and relive the days that were. As you walk down the winding roads of Srinagar or “Shehr -e- Khas”as called by the Mughals you will see the old world stories coming to life also visit to the Budshah Tomb built by Sultan ghiyas-ud-din Zain-ul-Abidin (1423-1474) a tolerant and visionary ruler, lovingly referred to as Budshah- the great king.
Later enjoy your Shikara ride for 01 Hour in famous Dal Lake. Lake to enjoy the beauty that God has graced this city, which is often compared to Venice. You will get a lovely view of some interesting places around the lake.
Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Srinagar.

Day 03: Srinagar - Kargil

After breakfast depart for Kargil (210 Kms) & drive thru Sonamarg.
Sonamarg (2740 mts) also known as ‘The Meadow of Gold’ or “The Gateway of Ladakh’ Sonamarg is 87 Kms from Srinagar and is surrounded by colorful mountains and thick Pine forests.
Sonmarg is situated in a valley at the bank of Nallah Sindh, 87 km north-east from Srinagar. It is a popular tourist destination, nestled within the imposing Himalayan peaks. It lies at an altitude of 2800 m above sea level.
After reaching at Sonamarg guest will Hire Pony for local sightseeing (Direct cost basis).
In Sonamarg the Thajiwas Glacier is 3 kms in the south of Sonamarg main attraction. Along with the Pahalgam, Sonamarg is an excellent takeoff point for treks into the mountains and in itself is an ideal camping ground where glaciers pour down from the Himalayas. Sonamarg is also the entry point for the famous Amarnath Cave, a holy site for Hindus via Baltal Valley. Drive towards Kargil and passing over Zojila Pass. then stop at Minimarg for Registration then drive continue upto Drass, the 2nd coldest inhabitant place in the World for & enjoy cup of tea. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Kargil.

Day 04: Kargil - Leh

After breakfast drive for Leh enroute visiting the Monastery of Mulbekh, famous for 1st century Statue of Maitrya Buddha, carved out of a huge rock. Proceed further towards Lamayuru & passing thru Namkila Pass (12198 ft.) and Fotola Pass (3,510 m), the highest pass on Srinagar – Leh road.
Lamayuru belongs to the Dringungpa order of Tibetan Buddhism. The history of the monastery begins with the visit of Arahat Nimagung to this place, when there was merely a lake here. It is said that Arahat made a prophecy that "a monastery will come up at this spot" and he made offerings (prayer with grains of corn) to the Nag serpent spirits. The corns mixed with the earth and formed in the shape of Swastika (Yungdrung), later it came to be known as Yungdrung Monastery.
Drive towards to Leh then stops at Khalsi Village for Registration and continue drive to Leh.
ALCHI GOMPA: 70 Kms from Leh, on the banks of the Indus, is the Alchi Gompa dating a thousand years back. One of its walls features thousands of miniature sized pictures of the Buddha. No longer an active religious center, it is looked after by monks from the Liker monastery. This is the only monastery amongst 34 monasteries, which is not located on a hilltop.
Sangam is the place called Nimu where the Zanskar river and Indus rivers merge. At Sangam you can enjoy rafting on Zanskar river. Dinner and overnight stay at Hotel in Leh.

Day 05: Leh

After breakfast visit the monasteries of Shey, Thiksey, and Hemis, Shanti Stupa & Leh palace.
Shey – it was the ancient capital of Ladakh and even after Singge Namgyal built the more imposing palace at Leh, the kings continued to regard Shey, as their real home. The importance which was attached to Shey ‐ the seat of Ladakhʹs heartland ‐ is attested by the enormous number of Chorten about the village, particularly around the palace complex and barren plain to the north of the road.
Thiksey –is one of the largest and most impressive Gompas. There are several temples in this Gompa containing images, stupas and exquisite wall paintings. It also houses a two ‐ storied statue of Buddha which has the main prayer hall around its shoulder.
Hemis – which is dedicated to Padmasambhava, what a visitor can observes a series of scenes in which the lamas, robed in gowns of rich, brightly colored brocade and sporting masks sometimes bizarrely hideous, parade in solemn dance and mime around the huge flag pole in the center of the courtyard to the plaintive melody of the Shawn.
Shanti Stupa is a Buddhist white-domed stupa on a hilltop in Chanspa, Leh district, Ladakh, in the north Indian state of Jammu and Kashmir. It was built in 1991 by Japanese Buddhist Bhikshu, Gyomyo Nakamura and part of the Peace Pagoda mission.
Leh Palace is a former royal palace overlooking the Ladakhi Himalayan town of Leh. Modelled on the Potala Palace in Lhasa, Tibet, the palace was built by King Sengge Namgyal in the 17th century then visit Leh Temple & Walk back or Drive to Leh Bazaar.
Dinner an overnight stay at Hotel in Leh.

Day 06: Leh – Nubra

After breakfast drive to NUBRA VALLEY passes over KHARDUNG LA (the highest motorable road in the world) at 5602 M / 18,390 Ft, around 39 km from Leh. From the pass, one can see all the way south over the Indus valley to seemingly endless peaks and ridges of the Zanskar range, and north to the giants of the Saser massif. Nubra Valley is popularly known as (Ldumra) or (The valley of flowers). It is situated in the north of Ladakh between the Karakoram and Ladakh ranges of the Himalayas. The average altitude of the valley is 10,000 Ft. above sea level. The Shayok and Saichen Rivers drain Nubra. The flat part of the river is sandy & occupied by green farms & myricaria. The villages look pretty with greenery, willow & poplar trees.
Till partition Nubra Valley was one of the trade centres, the ancient famous Silk Route passed through this area.
After Check In visit to the White Sand Dunes at Hunder. You can enjoy the camel ride (On Own). Visit Hunder and Diskit monasteries.
DESKIT VILLAGE: Deskit is the main village of headquarter of Nubra valley, which has a small market consisting of a row of shops and about 500 years old Gompa on the hilltop. Spectacular view of the valley can be seen form the monastery.
DESKIT GOMPA: Deskit Gompa was founded by Lama Sherab Zangpo of Stod in about 1420 AD during the reign of King Dragspa. About 100 monks are residing in the Gompa, which is a branch of Thikse Monastery. The monastic festival called Gustor takes place on 20th and 21st days of the 12th month of Tibetan calendar. HUNDAR VILLAGE: Hundar is a beautiful village to stay with lot of trees and you will really enjoy your stay at Hundar. It has a small monastery and ruined fort above the village. The walk or Camel Safari (Double Hump Bactrian camels) from Hundar to Deskit, through sand dunes for two hours is wonderful (On Own). SAMSTANLING GOMPA: Samstanling Monastery was founded by Lama Tsultrim Nima and Monastic community was introduced as Rezong Gompa. About 50-60 monks are residing at this 132-year-old monastery. The Gompa has some strict rules and regulations.
-Women are not allowed in the monastery after sunset and before sunrise.
-No smoking is allowed (not even bringing cigarettes packets) in the monastery.
-Alcohol and non-veg. Food are strictly prohibited.
-Do not enter in sleeveless shirts and Pants.
Dinner & Overnight at Camp/ Hotel in Nubra.

Day 07: Nubra to Leh

After breakfast leave back to Leh via same route
Dinner & Overnight stay at Hotel in Leh.

Day 08: Departure – Leh Airport.

After breakfast transfer from Hotel/Camp to airport to catch the flight for your onward journey with sweet holiday memories.

Hotels / Prices

Check in / Check out timings at all hotels is 12:00 Noon


  • The standard check in time in Ladhak is 1400 hours and the Check-out time is 12 noon
  • For rates check with us

Hotels

  • OPTION I – 03* CATEGORY
  • Hotel Mannat Resort/ Rose Petal
  • Hotel Highland Mountain Resort
  • Hotel Ladakh Palace/ The Palace
  • Hotel Grand Nubra
  • Hotel Ladakh Palace/ The Palace
  • OPTION II – 04* CATEGORY
  • Hotel The Vintage (Superior Room)
  • Hotel The Kargil (Deluxe Room)
  • The Zen Ladakh (Premium Room)
  • Hotel Dune
  • The Zen Ladakh (Premium Room)
  • Hotels/ Camps Envisaged: (Subject to Availability)

Cost includes

  • Accommodation for 07 Nights as mentioned above in Double/Twin sharing basis with Breakfast & Dinner.
  • All Transfers, sightseeing tours as per the itinerary by NON – AC TOYOTA INNOVA (AC WILL WORK IN KASHMIR).
  • Arrival transfer from Srinagar Airport to Hotel. (Srinagar Transportation).
  • Local Sightseeing of Srinagar. (Srinagar Transportation)
  • Transfer from Srinagar to Kargil via Sonamarg & Drass. (Srinagar Transportation)
  • Transfer from Kargil to Leh with sightseeing of Mulbekh, Lamayuru, Alchi. (Srinagar & Leh Transportation)
  • Sightseeing of Shey, Thiksey, Hemis, Shanti Stupa & Leh Palace. (Leh Transportation)
  • Transfer from Leh to Nubra via Khardungla Pass with sightseeing of Deskit, Hunder & Sumoor. (Leh Transportation)
  • Transfer from Nubra to Leh via same route. (Leh Transportation)
  • Departure transfer from Hotel to Leh Airport. (Leh Transportation)
  • Meeting & Assistance on Arr/Dep by SERVICE INTERNATIONAL Rep/ Driver.
  • All toll taxes. Parking charges.
  • Entrance Fee at Gardens, Monuments/ Monasteries.
  • Accompanying Local English Speaking Guide Services (Guide will change in Gulmarg and from Lamayuru/ Alchi for Leh onwards).
  • Shikara Ride at Dal Lake (04 Pax in Boat).
  • Inner Line Permits/Wild Life Fees.

Cost does not includes

  • Expenses of personal nature such as tips, laundry, phone calls & table Drinks etc.
  • Any other SS tours not mentioned in the programme/ inclusions.
  • Any costs arising out of unforeseen circumstances like landslides, road blocks, bad weather etc.
  • Any kind of insurance/ Internal Airfare.
  • Lunch at all places.
  • Oxygen cylinders.
  • Any Festival Tickets/ Any Joy Ride.

Supplement


Note

  • All passengers have to report 02 Hrs prior to the departure due to security checking at the airport.
  • IT IS VALID FROM 01st SEPTEMBER 2025 TO 15th OCTOBER 2025.
  • No vehicle is allowed to visit Aru, Chandanwari & Beetab Valley in Pahalgam except local taxies.
  • No Vehicle is allowed for local running at Gulmarg & Sonamarg, due to eco-friendly zone.
  • In and around Leh, vehicle will be provided on point to point basis OR as per the itinerary, extra sightseeing is chargeable.
  • Clients are requested to follow the timings in the program. In case any services are missed due to delay in departure, the operator will not be responsible for any refunds.
  • No hand baggage will be allowed to carry inside the aircraft due to security reasons. Only Jewellery and laptops will be allowed for cabin baggage.
  • Distant Holidays reserves the right to re-arrange itinerary to suit hotel availability without changing the total number of days in each destination and without compromising any services.
  • Hotels mentioned above are subject to availability at the time of booking otherwise an alternative will be provided.
  • Booking shall be released if advance payment was not received on or before cut off dates provided.
  • The above offer is strictly applicable for travel agents/tour operators only. At the time of booking and at all the hotels, IATA/IATAN ID Card or proof of working in the travel trade has to be given.
  • In case of any hike in fuel or taxes or currency fluctuation, the hike will be passed on to you.
  • Rooms are subject to availability.

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